Summary
Billionaire Bill Ackman donated to a GoFundMe page supporting the ICE agent who shot Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis, explaining he believes in the principle of "innocent until proven guilty." The shooting has led to protests in Minneapolis, with some officials and community members disputing the claim that the agent acted in self-defense. An investigation into the incident is underway, and there are calls for state involvement.
Key Facts
- Bill Ackman, a billionaire hedge fund manager, donated to support ICE agent Jonathan Ross, who shot Renee Nicole Good.
- Ackman mentioned that he wanted to also donate to Good’s family, but their donation page closed before he could contribute.
- The shooting has caused tensions and protests in Minneapolis, with calls for ICE to leave the city.
- The Trump administration defended the agent's actions, claiming self-defense, while local authorities and protesters dispute this.
- The FBI is investigating the shooting but has barred Minnesota law enforcement from participating in the investigation.
- Ackman's donation to the GoFundMe page was confirmed on his social media platform X.
- A GoFundMe page for Good's family raised over $1.5 million before pausing further donations.
- Immigration enforcement actions and protests in Minneapolis are expected to continue.